This morning I read about two great men who lived on this earth. One is called the wisest person who ever lived, and the other was born into poverty. Both had a great impact on others and both are still remembered today. They gave us a perspective about life and it is our choice in which one we choose to follow.

The wisest person said:

“What do people get for all their hard work? No matter how much they see – people are never satisfied. No matter how much they hear, they are not content. People don’t remember what happened in the past, and in future generations, no one will remember what they are doing now. Everything that people do is meaningless-like chasing the wind.

Some people say life is about having the good things in life. They seek pleasures, and cheer themselves with wine. Some say I will seek great knowledge and become wise in this world. Others will seek to find the meaning of their life by building huge homes, and planting beautiful vineyards. Some will collect great sums of silver and gold, and having everything a man could desire!”

But listen to what he says, for the wisest man had everything listed above. “Anything I wanted, I would take. I denied myself no pleasure. I even found great pleasure in hard work, but as I looked at everything that I had worked so hard to accomplish, l realized that everyone will die. The wise will not be remembered any longer than the fool. For who can eat or enjoy anything apart from the One who gives it to us, and allows us to enjoy it? God gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy to those who please him.”

The poor man says:

“Be truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose. Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble; think of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others too.”

Who was this poor man? Jesus! He gave up His divine privilege, and took the humble position of a slave, by being born as a human being. He appeared in human form, He humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross – so that we could have His Holy Spirit dwell in us and produce good fruit with our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Those who belong to Him have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to His cross and crucified them there.

Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives. Then you will find the meaning of your life on earth!

The Bible says that a wise person will see the danger that is coming and be prepared. But the fool goes blindly on and will suffer the consequences of not being ready.

Son, very soon there will be war against My children like never before, and some will be conquered. Some of My children who are destined for prison will be taken to prison. Some who are destined to die by the sword will die by the sword. So My children, endure this persecution patiently and remain faithful. Remember that fearing people is a trap you don’t want to fall in to, but by trusting Me you will be secured in My purpose.

When the wicked are in authority, sin flourishes, and people will not accept My guidance. People will run wild and despise any word or form of godliness. These wicked world leaders will usher in the deceiver who will begin his short term rule. He will deceive all the people who belong to this world. He will require everyone, no matter who they are or what they have, to have a mark on the right hand or forehead, so that no one can buy or sell without this mark.

So My children, how shall you prepare for this day that is already upon you? Some of you are under the impression that you will be gone; therefore it has no meaning to you. Will My children not be on the earth during this time? If so, why aren’t you preparing now to help them? I hear pastors, teachers, and prophets talk. I’m listening to what is being said, and no one is talking about how to prepare for these children of Mine during this time. Why? Could it be that the pastors, teachers and prophets have their eyes on the wrong finishing line?

For the time is almost here when I will judge those people that tortured My children, and they will drink the wine of My anger. They will be forever tormented with fire and burning sulfur. The smoke of their torment will rise forever and they will have no relief day or night; for they worshiped the great deceiver and have accepted his mark in them.

My children you must endure persecution patiently, obeying My commands and maintaining your faith in Me. For, I am coming very soon!

Revelation 12:11-12 “They did not love their lives so much that they were afraid to die. Therefore, rejoice, O heavens! And you who live in the heavens, rejoice!”

Why were they not afraid? What gave them so much confidence? To them the promises of God that are made in the Bible are real, not just great words. They knew that life on earth, as they knew it, was not all there was. They were confident of the life after death that Jesus spoke of.

Soon, we all will be faced with death, but how will you face it? You’ll die and then what?  If I am confident of where I will spend eternity; that is with my Lord, then I will do great exploits for God and not be afraid of what it costs me, even my physical life.

“What can man do to me? Man can kill my flesh but cannot touch my soul or my spirit, and soon My God will give me a new body!”

Look at the joyful response in heaven when someone lives their life like this! Do you think they will be welcomed into the Lord’s kingdom with honor?

Son, My mysterious plan is about to be fulfilled. It will happen just as I said it would, and I take no pleasure in the death of wicked people. My only desire was for them to turn from their wicked ways, and accept what My Son Jesus did for them. Therefore it is not too late to turn! Turn from your wickedness, and allow My Sprit to come into your heart.

I have asked my pastors, teachers, and prophets to sound the alarm to warn My children. But My children must listen to what is being said, and to act on it! When all these terrible things begin to happen, as they certainly will – will My children be prepared? Don’t excuse yourself by saying, “Look, we didn’t know.” I am the One who guards your soul and I know you knew. If you fail under the pressures of this time, it is because you refused to act upon all My warnings.

Since My children have never traveled this way before, I will guide them. So purify yourselves, and I will do great wonders among you. I will do this so all the nations of the earth will know that My hand is powerful and they should fear Me, the LORD GOD.

If My pastors, teachers, and prophets refuse to sound the alarm of what is coming and My children are not prepared, falling away from Me and compromising the truth, I will hold them accountable for their refusal to warn My children. I will destroy there so called ministries, and I will feed them My justice because they have not fed My children the whole truth! In this way, they will know that I am the LORD. I will send others to tell My children that they will have to go through some hard times and to encourage them in the way to endure and persevere. If My children fail it is because of who they listened to; those teachers and preachers that were afraid or too proud to obey My Holy Spirit.

I am the LORD, the God of the heavens above and the earth below, and I say to these newly elected politicians in America, “I have heard My children’s prayers, with regards to America. Therefore, the time has come for you to lead this nation. Do not become proud and arrogant, and set yourself so high above the others, like the ones I have removed. You must understand that no human wisdom or understanding or plan – can stand against Me.”

“Be strong and courageous, for you are the ones who will lead this nation. Be careful to obey everything I tell you, and do not deviate from it by trying to please people who are on the right or left. Then America be successful again. You must know My word, study My word and meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will America prosper and succeed in all it does.”

“Remember that I examine your heart, and I am pleased when you do what is right and just. When true justice is honored and upheld in the land the people rejoice; it is a joy to the godly and it brings fear to evildoers.  Don’t allow the needy to be exploited in court by putting in wicked judges. Don’t become friends with the people I removed from office; do not even associate with them or their friends. If you do you will learn to be like them and endanger this country. If you follow My plan no one will be able to stand against you, for I will be with you, and I will not abandon you. If you rule with injustice, America will harvest disaster, and America will come to an end.”

Son, people do not learn from history! They continue to make the same mistakes that were made years before. Today My children do not want to hear that judgment is coming; just like the children of Israel did not want to hear what I said would happen through My prophet Jeremiah. I know that people want to hear that their life will be peaceful and prosperous, and not have difficult days ahead, but you must tell My children what I tell you, even if they do not want to hear it.

I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. I am the One who is, who always was, and who is still to come, the Almighty One. I am the First and the Last. I am the living One. I died, but I am alive forever and I hold the keys of death and the grave.

I know all the things My children do. I see all their hard work and their patient endurance. I know they don’t tolerate evil people, and they examine the claims of those who say they are teachers, pastors, prophets and apostles, and have discovered that some are liars. I know that My children have suffered for Me without quitting. What do I ask of My children in the coming days but to trust Me, and not be afraid of what is coming!

What I am asking is not too difficult, nor beyond My children’s reach. So show Me your love by obeying and committing yourself firmly to Me. Then I will show you all of the events that must soon take place, not to frighten you but so that you can be prepared as I want you to be. When My children listen and act upon what I say – they will be blessed. The time is near. Be wise when you hear the warnings of what is coming. Don’t think that this is not for you personally. Don’t keep following the desires of a stubborn heart.

Lord, help me to think carefully before I speak, and to examine my motives for speaking. Help me to commit all my actions to You. I know that there is a way before all of Your children that seems right, but is not right. Direct our steps! Thank You Lord, for caring enough to help us to be prepared.

Son, I am looking for My children to stand up and rebuild the wall of righteousness that has guarded America. I am looking for My children to stand in the gaps in the wall that have come because of rebellion.

America doesn’t even try to hide its rebellion towards Me. Its sins are obvious for all to see. Families are treated with contempt; they have changed what a family is. Look at the law suits, they accuse others falsely and for what, money? People do obscene things, and you cannot go anywhere without some form of sexual immorality being put in your face, and no one even blushes anymore. Murder, killing of babies, loan racketeers, and extortionists are everywhere. People never even think of Me or My word. They do all they can to get Me removed from by trying to change history and saying that I never helped or blessed America. Look at your leaders today; if you oppose them they tear you apart by slander and threatening you. They have no problem destroying people’s lives for money!

America has forgotten that without Me it falls. Therefore, the time of punishment has come, and I am about to unsheathe My sword to destroy these wicked people. Everyone in the world will know that I am the LORD. They will hear terrifying news and not know who to trust. When it begins, the boldest heart will melt with fear; all their strength will disappear. Every spirit will faint; strong knees will become as weak as water. I the Sovereign LORD says: “It is coming! It’s on its way!”

Son, you must remember that I delight in people with integrity. If you search for Me, you will find My favor; but if you search for evil, it will find you! Do not be afraid of what is coming. For you have the truth, and it lives in you and will be with you forever. If you love Me then do what I command of you!

Son, when the storms of life increase – will you still be joyful? In these difficult days knowledge of Me will give you good judgment and peace that the world knows nothing of. When you live out My words you will be known as a man of integrity. Others will be encouraged and have hope when they see you at peace because I am your stronghold.

When My children finally grasp how much I love them, the world around them will recognize that they are My children. My children must not be surprised that they will be hated. 

So My children, don’t just say that you love each other, show it by living it out. Then when you come to Me, you can come with bold confidence knowing that I will give you whatever you ask because you do the things that please Me.

So what do I want from My children when the storms come? Rest in the knowledge and security that you have eternal life with Me.  Know that I hear all of your prayers.  I will not turn away from you.

I hold each one of My children securely, and the evil one cannot touch them even though the world around them is under the control of the evil one. I give My children understanding so that they can know Me, the only true God. So, do not make a practice of sinning against Me like those around you that are under the control of the evil one.

Son, do not believe everyone who claims to speak by My Spirit. You must test them to see if the spirit they have comes from Me. If they deny any part of My Word then they speak from the world’s viewpoint. This is how you will know if they have My Spirit of truth or the spirit of deception. Since they do not belong to Me, do not listen to them. They will be afraid of the Day of Judgment. If they are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that they have not fully experienced My perfect love, like you have.

Those who live in My truth will have confidence to speak My truth, even in tribulation, because My love securely in them expels all fears. Those who live in My truth belong to Me and I will never leave them or forget them.